Protect Against Range Tipping

Did you know
that improperly installed free-standing,
slide-in and built-in kitchen ranges can tilt
forward when someone applies too much pressure
to an open oven door? The result may be
injuries from the tipped range or scalds and
burns from hot food and liquids.

Make sure the
proper anti-tip device is installed correctly.
If you are remodeling your kitchen, buying a
new range or building a new home, make sure the
installer uses the anti-tip device provided by
the manufacturer. Contact your range
manufacturer, your appliance dealer or an
authorized service provider for information and
assistance.

Always keep the
range door closed when not in use!

Never use the
door as a step stool, seat or as a support for
body weight or other objects.

Please be
safety conscious when using a range and other
appliances. Use them only for the tasks they
are designed to do.

Consumers are
urged to check whether an anti-tip device has
been installed. Look under the range to
see if an anti-tip device is installed on the
floor (possibly affixed to the rear leg of the
range), or gently pull the back of the range to
see if it pulls off the floor. For your
safety, you should not tilt the range more than
2 inches off the floor.

If
you are a consumer seeking information or wish
to obtain an anti-tip device, please find the
brand of your range in the list below.
Please have the model and serial number
available when calling the
manufacturer. The model
and serial number can be found on
the serial tag.

AHAM
released a statement to the media on
the importance of installing the anti-tip
device that is provided with
all ranges. To read the statement click here.

Serial tags may be
located by opening the drawer of your
free-standing or slide in range. For drop
in style units, look at the edge of the oven
door. The specific location will vary by
model, but it can be found on the inside of the
oven door.